Starting with six different hop varietals added to the brew kettle & culminating with a massive dry-hop addition of Simcoe hops, Bell's Hopslam Ale possesses the most complex hopping schedule in the Bell's repertoire. Selected specifically because of their aromatic qualities, these Pacific Northwest varieties contribute a pungent blend of grapefruit, stone fruit, and floral notes. A generous malt bill and a solid dollop of honey provide just enough body to keep the balance in check, resulting in a remarkably drinkable rendition of the Double India Pale Ale style.

Nicely done dipa from bells, really only case each year I travel El to make sure I can get 2 cases....poured from 12oz into 32oz Steelers frozen glass mug, little finger of head and decent lacing. Looks like honey but bubbles like beer! Honey hops citrus malt and 10%! It has it all s/t/m! Goes down dangerously smooth at high gravity and also pops the palate like other exceptional beers. Overall one of my must haves for the year just finishing my last case bottled 2/2/12 besides 2 I will save for next year comparison! DRINK AS FRESH AS POSSIBLE!!! The 6 er my lady n I drank on vday(2/2batch) was even better than one I had tonight

A - Pours an slightly-cloudy orange-amber with a finger of white foamy head. Head lasts for about a minute, then dissipates, leaving good lacing.

S - Smell is bitter hops with a syrupy sweetness.

T - Strong hops rights off the back (what else did you expect?) followed up by the almost-but-not-quite sickly sweet taste of honey and cloves. A slight heat is felt after swallowing at cooler temps, but becomes much more prominent as it warms, as does the sweetness.

O - Probably one of the best Imperial IPAs i've had. A fine balance is struck between the hops, sweetness and alcohol. Hard to find even when it's released in MI - Don't hesitate to grab if you're a hop-head.

Exactly what I expect from a true IPA, hops, pine, bitterness! Wishing all these IPA wanna be craft brewers could taste a few done right. Next to Cigar City's Jai Alai this is an excellent brew. A-cloudy honey amber with a nice headS- Christmas, gotta love that Fraser fir smellT- Terrific hops, with nice bitterness an pineM- rolls over the tongueO- definitely one for the cooler

I picked up a 6pk of the infamous Hopslam at Woodman’s in Beloit, WI in early 2011 for $14.99.

Pours a hazy copper color with a lingering off white head. The scent is oh so hoppy! Lots of bitter hops with hints of citrus and wheat. The initial sip starts out slightly bitter and gradually builds up and finishes quite dry and bitter. This is perhaps the smoothest most drinkable IIPA I have ever had. Some floral and fruity hints in the mix as well. Full of flavor and well worth paying a little extra for. Hopslam is a must try!

T - Enormous, bitter grapefruit and mango in the foreground. The hop bite and bitterness is very intense. A solid caramel malt backbone brings in some sweetness in an effort to tame the explosiveness of the hops. Complex citrus and honey notes show up followed by a long bitter finish.

M - Crisp, smooth, medium body. Dry finish with warming alcohol.

O - As a huge fan of Two Hearted Ale, I've been anxious to get my hands on a Hopslam. I've been rewarded. The complexity of this beer is stunning. One of the best IPA's around.